Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cooking Directions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the rotini pasta. Cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool it down quickly.
- While the pasta cools, wash and chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, orange bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely chop the fresh parsley to add to the salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the chopped vegetables, mozzarella pearls, and black olives.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta and vegetables, gently folding to combine.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Before serving, give it a quick toss and garnish with extra parsley.
Nutrition
Notes
For best freshness, serve within 3 days. Do not freeze as the texture may suffer.
